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Japan rings in new era as Naruhito becomes emperor
Naruhito will formally take possession of the sacred imperial regalia at a solemn ceremony later Wednesday, May 1, but he became the 126th emperor at the stroke of midnight, ushering in the 'Reiwa' imperial era
End of an era as Japan's emperor abdicates
Emperor Akihito of Japan offers his 'deepest heartfelt gratitude to the people of Japan' and says he will 'pray for the peace and happiness of all the people in Japan and around the world'
Japan's emperor to step down in 200-year first
In a set of solemn ceremonies, Emperor Akihito will abdicate in favor of 59-year-old Crown Prince Naruhito, also kicking off the new imperial "Reiwa" era that will last throughout the new monarch's reign
From Heisei to Reiwa: how Japan changed under Emperor Akihito
Here are some of the ways Japan has changed dramatically during the Heisei imperial era of Akihito's rule
Knives found at Japanese prince's school desk
The incident comes as Japan is preparing for the abdication of Emperor Akihito, the first monarch to relinquish the throne of the world's oldest imperial family for two centuries
Extra abdication holidays pose dilemma for hardworking Japanese
A survey by the Asahi Shimbun daily shows 45% of Japanese 'felt unhappy' about the 10-day vacation for the Emperor's abdication
Reiwa: A new era name for Japan ahead of abdication
The name consists of two characters: 'Rei', which can have meanings related to 'order' but also 'auspicious' and 'Wa', usually translated as 'peace' or 'harmony'
Japan's new imperial couple face heavy burden of tradition
Japan's incoming emperor Crown Prince Naruhito faces the delicate task of balancing tradition within the world's oldest monarchy and his own modern values
End of an 'era': Emperor's exit resets Japan calendar
The abdication of Japan's Emperor Akihito on April 30 will quite literally mark the end of an era, the Heisei era of his rule
Emperor urges Japan to be 'open to the outside'
Ahead of his abdication on April 30, Emperor Akihito calls on Japan to 'build relations with other countries sincerely'
Japan crown prince vows close public ties as Akihito abdication looms
Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko will abdicate on April 30 from the Chrysanthemum Throne after a three-decade reign, making way for Naruhito and Masako to replace them the following day
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Tears as Japan emperor gives last New Year's address
(UPDATED) The emperor delivers a brief New Year's greeting every year, and is expected to appear five times on Wednesday to address as many well-wishers as possible
Japanese emperor stresses his peaceful reign ahead of abdication
'It gives me deep comfort that the Heisei Era (his reign) is coming to an end, free of war in Japan,' says Emperor Akihito
Japan's emperor resumes duties after illness
A palace spokesman says the monarch on Thursday, July 5, is 'doing his official duties as usual,' declining to comment further
Japan's Princess Ayako to marry commoner – report
Princess Ayako is the second Japanese princess in two years to announce marriage to a commoner. Under the law, she will lose her royal status upon marriage.
Japan emperor to abdicate in April 2019
(UPDATED) 'The government will make utmost efforts to ensure that the Japanese people can celebrate the emperor's abdication and the succession of the crown prince,' says Prime Minister Shinzo Abe
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Duterte awed by simplicity of Japan Emperor and Empress
The Philippine leader says the royal couple's unassuming comportment is truly 'befitting the title of Majesty'
LOOK: Duterte, Honeylet meet Emperor and Empress of Japan
Their meeting with the royal couple is the Philippine president's last official activity in his two-day visit to Japan
Duterte to 'limit his mouth' in meeting with Japan's Emperor Akihito
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is off to Japan for an official visit
Japan emperor abdication set for March 2019 – report
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe will meet top officials and members of the royal household next month before announcing the date, the Asahi Shimbun reports, citing unnamed government sources
Japan clears way for first emperor abdication in over 200 years
UPDATED The unexpected move presented a challenge since there was no law to deal with an emperor retiring from what is usually a job for life
Japan parliament passes emperor abdication law
The one off bill is widely expected to become law next week after passage through the upper house
LIST: Japanese princesses who lost royal status
(UPDATED) Since 2005, two Japanese princesses have married commoners and left the Imperial Family, while two are about to do so as well
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Japan cabinet approves bill allowing emperor's abdication
UPDATED Parliament will now debate and give final approval to the first abdication in 200 years
One-off abdication law eyed for Japan emperor
UPDATED The option is one of several presented by the group of experts charged with sorting out the thorny issue They are expected to make a final recommendation in March
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Japan plans to have new emperor in 2019 – media
UPDATED Major national newspapers cite unnamed sources as saying Crown Prince Naruhito 56 would succeed his father Akihito on New Year s Day 2019
Huge crowds cheer Japan emperor on 83rd birthday
Emperor Akihito delivers a birthday address at the Imperial Palace – possibly his last such appearance after he earlier hinted at abdication
India, Japan eye deeper defense ties to counter China
Modi will have an audience with Emperor Akihito and hold talks with his Japanese counterpart Shinzo Abe during the two day visit starting on November 11 the foreign ministry says
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Duterte's courtesy call on Japan Emperor cancelled
President Rodrigo Duterte follows the advice of his protocol officers not to push through with the courtesy call following the death of Emperor Akihito s uncle Prince Mikasa
Duterte's Japan visit to focus on defense, investments
The Philippine president will visit a ship building company and meet with top Japanese business leaders during his official visit from October 25 to 27
Duterte to meet with Emperor Akihito in Japan
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is also set to speak with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe during his trip to Japan from October 25 to 27
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Japan's Emperor Akihito hints at abdication
UPDATED Akihito did not directly mention anything about abdication in the 10 minute speech but the government is expected to interpret his comments as meaning his wish is to eventually step down
Japan emperor to address nation amid abdication reports
An Imperial Household Agency spokesman says Akihito s address via video will be broadcast at 3:00 pm 0600 GMT on Monday August 8
Japan monarchy roiled over abdication reports
UPDATED The Imperial Household Agency the government body that runs royal affairs offers a categorical denial
Japan Emperor planning to abdicate – media
Under Japan s current Imperial Household Law which governs the status of the emperor there is no legal mechanism for abdication Any move to step down would therefore require a revision of that law
Japan marks 5th anniversary of quake, tsunami disaster with moment of silence
UPDATED I hope people will remember us that lives of evacuees are still difficult in many ways including financially Kazuko Nihei 39 says at a memorial event in a Tokyo park
#AnimatED: PH and Japan: Forgiving but not forgetting
The Japanese emperor’s historic visit evoked wartime memories amid his message of remembering
Emperor Diaries: Little-known facts about Akihito’s PH visit
Here s a wrap of the 5 day visit of Japanese Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko to the Philippines – with details that didn t make it to the news
'Deeper' PH-Japan ties as Japanese emperor, empress end visit
Malacañang describes Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko as models of humility who brought the two countries even closer during their 5 day visit
Carlos Teraoka: Why Emperor Akihito met with this Japino from Baguio
His life story represents that of many other Japanese Filipinos who suffered hardships and discrimination as a consequence of World War II but survived
1st Japanese volunteer in PH recalls farmer's life in Benguet
Emperor Akihito s meeting with Japan Overseas Cooperation Volunteers in Manila brings to Hidekazu Kumano fond memories of his volunteer work after WWII
IN PHOTOS: Emperor Akihito, Empress Michiko meet with Japanese in PH
The Imperial couple spent their 3rd day in the Philippines meeting some Japanese residents and organizations in Manila
Emperor Akihito: Japan 'must never forget' Filipino deaths of WWII
This is something we Japanese must never forget and we intend to keep this engraved in our hearts throughout our visit the emperor says in his speech
